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John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
A Shared Love of Children
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA

A Shared Love of Children

Artifact IDMO 2021.4.143.4
Object Type Painting
Date 1961
Artist (Illustrator, French, 1927 - 2024)
Medium Watercolor on paper
DimensionsOverall: 6 1/2 x 7 in. (16.5 x 17.8 cm)
Physical DescriptionWatercolor painting depicting Mrs. John F. Kennedy's visit to Paris' Institut de Puericulture, accompanied by Madame Charles de Gaulle. Jacqueline Kennedy, wearing a yellow suit, is gesturing towards a baby on a gurney surrounded by nurses.
Historical NoteThis painting is a part of a series of fifteen watercolors representing scenes from the life of President and Mrs. Kennedy.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteItem was donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum by Ambassador Caroline Kennedy in 2021. Item was previously owned by Jacqueline Kennedy.
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Gift of the John F. Kennedy Family
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - FullyUse Restriction NoteCopyright held by the estate of Jacqueline Duheme Copyright or other proprietary rights are held by individuals or entities other than the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum. The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of these materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.Use Restriction Notepermission granted for use on John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum website and for exhibit/educational purposes
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